Johnson Clears Out Top Team, Brings in Brexit Hardliners

Johnson Clears Out Top Team, Brings in Brexit Hardliners

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The video discusses the reshuffling of Boris Johnson's cabinet, focusing on the replacement of Theresa May's ministers with Brexiteers and loyalists. It highlights the challenges Johnson faces in delivering Brexit by October 31st, given the parliamentary opposition to a no-deal Brexit. The potential for a general election is also explored, as Johnson's strategy may not align with the current parliamentary makeup. The video concludes with the uncertainty surrounding the Brexit process.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main characteristic of Boris Johnson's new cabinet?

It was filled with Brexiteers and loyalists.

It included many members from Theresa May's cabinet.

It was composed mainly of financial experts.

It was designed to support Jeremy Hunt.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge Boris Johnson faces with his new cabinet?

Too many members from the previous cabinet.

Overwhelming support for a no-deal Brexit.

Insufficient financial expertise.

Lack of support from backbenchers.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might a general election be considered according to the discussion?

To gain support for a no-deal Brexit.

To replace the current cabinet members.

To resolve the leadership of the House of Commons.

To increase the number of Brexiteers in the cabinet.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one potential benefit of the new cabinet composition?

It ensures a smooth transition to a no-deal Brexit.

It could fend off the Brexit party in a general election.

It includes a diverse range of political views.

It guarantees support from all backbenchers.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the overall outlook on the Brexit process as discussed?

The path ahead remains very uncertain.

The Brexit process is nearing completion.

There is unanimous support for Boris Johnson's plan.

A no-deal Brexit is inevitable.